2005 Lexus SC vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2005 Lexus SC and 2005 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC. 2005 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2005 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 2005 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | SC | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
